Yoga in the Airport?

Don't ask...yes, a man rolled out a yoga mat in front of the gate...pulled down his pants...went into a headstand and then started doing serious yoga... As a yoga teacher you really don't want to know my thoughts on this one...

230 5th Ave

New York, New York. The Rooftop Garden Bar at Christmas time. This is the place you want to visit at night. With amazing views of the city and directly in front of The Empire State Building this bar packs all the punches. You arrive on the top of the 20th floor where you walk out to a winter wonderland of sorts for adults. Lights, music, amazing hot drinks, and red Christmas robes to wear. It's fabulous! I had a triple hot chocolate beverage and I'm still happy. When visiting NYC, 230 5th Ave will not disappoint, promise:)

Pre Rolling Stones

Sometimes you just have to let your hair down. Throw caution to the wind... Live a little. This weekend is that occasion. 13 of us are meeting to see The Rolling Stones from the Tongue Pit. We are gathering in New York City for the live paper view event which is marking the last concert of their 50th anniversary tour. With our skull scarves in hand, we're ready to Rock. 

Know as the best rock-n-roll band of all times these men in their 60's and 70's are going strong.

Here's to some pre concert fun!

Flying to NYC

And we're off! New York City bound. Direct flight LAX to JFK, first class fabulous. I'm jetting off for the weekend with my friends. We're on a PLAY venture to see The Rolling Stones in concert. Champagne on our way to LA, Champagne on the plane, Champagne once we soon land and throw a birthday party for one of our NYC friends. The weekend is just getting started. Nothing like flying to NYC at night. Here's to some proper fun!

Kale chips

I love eating healthy. In my search for foods that taste yummy and are good for you, I've come across kale chips. They're like potato chips but healthier and with less sodium. When I know I'm going to be busy with holiday gatherings, I load up on kale chips. I made the batch below while visiting family this Thanksgiving.  It's simple.  It's easy. Here's how:   Turn oven to 350 degrees Wash a couple bundles of fresh kale and cut in small chip size pieces. Place in a large bowl and gently drizzle with olive oil and sea salt. Lay pieces individually on a baking sheet. Bake for 7-10 minutes. Allow time to dry and cool. Enjoy!:)

Urdhva Dhanurasana (back bend)

I did my first back bend today after recovering from an injury.  Felt so good!  Less than 100 days since my break and I'm back... literally.  Why am I so crazy about yoga and back bends?  Let me tell you a little more - better known as Urdhva Dhanurasana (wheel pose) Urdhava means upward, dhana means bow or wheel.  The pose is said to replicate that of a bow as it arcs when pulled.  To properly hold the pose the soles of the feet are on the floor hip-distance apart and the hands are flat with palms on the ground.  The head and neck are relaxed and once the back arches up, leave hands firmly planted to receive a better arch and walk the feet back towards the hands.  This pose benefits the digestive system, respiratory system, cardiovascular and glandular systems.  Udrhva Dhanurasana places the body and nervous system in an abnormal, inverted position.  It causes one to have a strong respiratory system to lift up in the bow position.  I like the pose because I have to focus.  I am in the moment.  My body, my strength, my breath.  I like to do this pose when I travel...  Yes, back bend today... arm-balances and hand-stands tomorrow. 

Good News

Some of the best news I've received in a long time.  My friend is cancer free!  Yes, she had her treatments and was given a clean bill of health.  Oh Happiness!!!
I can't tell you how grateful I am.  A new start to life.  It's amazing how something like this can cause you to really see what is important in life.  It's not how much money we make or possessions that we have.  What is important is our health and the loving people that make life whole.  In this area, I feel rich.  Happy that my girl friend is free to move forward in her life with a strong body.  Feeling really grateful today!